What's with all this RACKET!!! Part 1

Are you ready to take tennis to the next level? Are you going to show your commitment by buying a racket that is more specialized? Well if it is that time then it is time to check out my guide. I have done a ton of research on my own racket so you do not have to….RIGHT? So let’s get into it.

FIRST OFF…any questions, you can ask me.

MADE TO SPEC

Rackets can be confusing when you look at them online…and who has time to field test every racket on the market? So I will explain the racket specs using my racket as an example.

I use a Head Microgel Extreme. Nothing special about it, I feel like I can play my game well with it. Here are the complete specs. I will point out the important things.

Head Size: 100 sq. in. / 645 sq. cm. Length: 27.25 inches / 69 cm Strung Weight: 11.1oz / 315g Balance: 4pts Head Light Swingweight: 330 Stiffness: 68 Beam Width: 24 - 26 - 23 Tapered Beam Composition: Microgel / Graphite Power Level: Low-Medium Swing Speed: Fast Grip Type: HydroSorb String Pattern: 16 Mains / 19 Crosses String Tension: 52-62 pounds

Head Size – The size of the action part of the racket. The smaller the size, the more control. Bigger means more power and less mishits. Ranges from 90 sq in to about 120 sq in

Strung Weight – The weight with strings in it. This is important because the heavier the racket is, the more you will hit through the ball. But if you don’t work out so much, the racket will be harder to control over the course of a singles match.

Stiffness – Like head size, this one has to do with control and power. The Stiffer your racket is the more control you have and vice versa.

Composition – All tennis rackets have patents that explain what their racket will do for you. Do not believe the hype unless you actually play with them.

Power Level and Swing Speed – These two are related. The more power your racket has, the slower the swing speed will be.

The other stuff is just trivial and can either be changed on the racket or is related to the specs that I explained. The synopsis is also trivial because it is basically the same for every racket. “Nice blend of power and control.” BAH!